Description
Indulge in this rich and creamy Keto Chocolate Mousse, a decadent low-carb dessert that is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. This velvety mousse is a perfect blend of cocoa, sweetness, and a hint of vanilla, all whipped into a light and airy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Mousse:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup powdered erythritol or preferred keto sweetener
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For Garnish (optional):
- Shaved dark chocolate
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Mousse: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the cocoa powder, sweetener, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks.
- Combine: Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture in batches until fully incorporated.
- Chill: Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Garnish: Optionally, garnish with shaved dark chocolate or whipped cream.
Notes
- Use a hand mixer or stand mixer for best results.
- For an extra boost of flavor, add a pinch of espresso powder.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
